Archivist

Neighborhood Association for Inter-Cultural Affairs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 59,670 - 72,930; Full time

Job summary

A cultural arts institution in Upper Manhattan seeks an Archivist to lead the preservation and promotion of archival holdings, ensuring access for scholars and the community. The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field and 2–3 years of experience in archival settings. Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred. This is a full-time, temporary position with a salary of $66,300.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of professional archival experience, preferably in an arts or museum setting.
• Experience with archival management systems.
• Knowledge of digitization workflows.

Responsibilities

• Manage physical and digital collections including archival materials.
• Create finding aids and metadata in archival management systems.
• Facilitate access for researchers and community members.

Skills

Archival metadata standards

Digital preservation practices

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Library & Information Science or related field

Tools

ArchivesSpace

CollectiveAccess

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

HR Workforce Recruitment & Project Management

Title: Archivist

Location: Upper Manhattan, NY

Status: Full-time; Exempt

Job Type: Temporary

Salary: $66,300

About Taller Boricua

Founded in 1969 in East Harlem, Taller Boricua/Puerto Rican Workshop is a multidisciplinary cultural arts institution dedicated to supporting artists of Puerto Rican, Latinx, and diverse backgrounds. Taller Boricua promotes visual arts, exhibitions, performances, and educational programming, and preserves the cultural and historical narratives of Puerto Rican and Latinx communities in New York City.

Position Summary

The Archivist will lead the preservation, organization, and promotion of Taller Boricua’s archival holdings, including institutional records, artist files, exhibition materials, photographs, audio‑visual assets, and born‑digital collections. This role ensures that the organization’s rich history and cultural legacy are preserved for future generations and made accessible to scholars, community members, and the public. This is a one‑year project that may be extended based on organizational needs and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Appraise, arrange, and describe archival collections according to professional standards (DACS, EAD).
• Manage physical and digital collections, including artworks, ephemera, oral histories, and organizational records.
• Implement digital preservation strategies and oversee digitization projects, ensuring long‑term access to multimedia materials.
• Create and maintain finding aids, metadata, and catalog records in archival management systems (e.g., ArchivesSpace, CollectiveAccess).
• Collaborate with curators, artists, and educators to integrate archival materials into exhibitions, publications, and community programs.
• Facilitate access for researchers, artists, students, and community members.
• Train staff and interns on archival best practices and records transfer procedures.
• Develop and enforce records retention and preservation policies in collaboration with leadership.
• Promote the archives through outreach, workshops, public programming, and partnerships with cultural and academic institutions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library & Information Science, Archival Studies, Public History, or related field preferred; or equivalent professional experience.
• At least 2–3 years of professional archival experience, preferably in an arts, museum, or cultural heritage setting.
• Experience with archival metadata standards and archival management systems.
• Knowledge of digital preservation practices and digitization workflows.
• Strong understanding of Puerto Rican, Latinx, and/or diasporic cultural history preferred.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English for administrative purposes.
• This position may require pre‑ and post‑employment background checks.
• Must pass drug screening to be appointed.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to sit for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift boxes up to 35 lbs and handle extended periods of collections handling.